Arenal Volcano Chocolate & Baldi Hot Springs
Private Tour from San Jose

Book a private Arenal Volcano Chocolate Tour and Baldi Hot Springs. Combine a delicious cultural experience with premium volcanic relaxation in this exclusive, full-day private excursion. Learn the fascinating history and traditional process of artisan chocolate making in La Fortuna, then spend a relaxing afternoon soaking in the thermal waters of Baldi Hot Springs. Private round-trip transportation, expert guides, a delicious buffet meal, and all entrance fees are fully included.

What to Expect on This Full-Day Chocolate & Hot Springs Combo

Your private adventure begins with a convenient morning pickup directly from your hotel in San Jose. Traveling in a comfortable, modern, air-conditioned vehicle, you will enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful mountain landscapes and countryside of Costa Rica, heading toward the northern lowlands and the famous town of La Fortuna at the base of the Arenal Volcano.

Morning: Interactive Arenal Chocolate Tour

Your first stop is an educational and delicious hands-on chocolate workshop. Cacao holds a deep history in Costa Rica, once considered a sacred drink by ancient indigenous cultures. Led by an expert local guide, you will walk through a beautiful plantation to see how cacao is grown, harvested, and fermented.

You will participate directly in the traditional process of roasting and grinding the beans to create your own chocolate. Best of all, you will enjoy unlimited tastings of high-quality organic chocolate mixed with various traditional spices, tropical fruits, and flavors. It is an immersive, fun, and highly educational experience perfect for travelers of all ages.

Afternoon & Evening: Relaxation at Baldi Hot Springs

After satisfying your sweet tooth, the journey transitions to Baldi Hot Springs, one of the premier geothermal water resorts in the Arenal region. Here, you will spend the afternoon exploring 25 distinct thermal pools naturally heated by the volcano’s geothermal energy.

Surrounded by lush, beautifully manicured tropical gardens, these mineral-rich waters provide the ultimate setting to unwind and soothe your body. Baldi also features exciting, large water slides for those looking for a bit of extra fun.

To perfectly round out your full-day excursion, this private tour includes a comprehensive, delicious Buffet Meal at the resort’s main restaurant, featuring a wide variety of authentic Costa Rican specialties and international dishes before your comfortable private drive back to San Jose.

What’s Included in This Private Tour

• Private round-trip transportation from your hotel in San Jose, Alajuela, or Heredia.

• Private service in a modern, fully insured vehicle or minibus with A/C.

• Official entrance fees and hands-on workshop at the Arenal Chocolate Tour.

• Unlimited chocolate tastings during the cultural presentation.

• Official admission tickets to Baldi Hot Springs Resort.

• Delicious, complete buffet meal (Lunch or Dinner) at Baldi Hot Springs.

• Complimentary bottle of water.

Tour Plan & Detailed Itinerary

• 07:00 AM – Hotel Pick-Up: Meet your private guide at your hotel in San Jose and enjoy a comfortable drive to La Fortuna.

• 10:30 AM – Interactive Chocolate Tour: Arrive at the plantation for a 2-hour guided cacao experience, learning the history and tasting fresh artisan chocolate.

• 12:30 PM – Transfer to Baldi Hot Springs: Conclude your sweet experience and head straight to the thermal resort.

• 01:00 PM – Buffet Meal & Hot Springs Relaxation: Savor a delicious buffet meal and spend the afternoon swimming and relaxing in the 25 thermal pools.

• 04:00 PM – Return Journey: Board your private transportation to head back to the Central Valley.

• 07:00 PM – Hotel Drop-Off: Safe arrival back at your hotel in San Jose.

Prices and Group Discounts

• 1 Passenger: $350

• 2 to 3 Passengers: $295 per person

• 4 to 6 Passengers: $270 per person

• 7 to 9 Passengers: $245 per person

• +10 Passengers: $220 per person

• Children Rate (Ages 4-12): $220 per child

Traveling with a school group, family reunion, or corporate team from San Jose? Contact us directly for custom private rates.

Essential Tour Information

• Duration: 12 Hours total (Full-Day Tour from San Jose).

• Departure Location: Your hotel in San Jose, Alajuela (SJO Airport area), or Heredia.

• Minimum: 1 Passengers required.

• What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers, lightweight clothing, swimwear, sandals or water shoes for the pools, a change of dry clothes, a towel, rain jacket or poncho, insect repellent, sunblock, a camera, and extra spending money.

• Emergency Contact: Reach our team instantly via WhatsApp text message at +506-8530-2973.

Why Book With Greenway Nature Tours?

• Certified Tour Operator by the Costa Rica Tourism Board (ICT) since 2003.

• Certified with Essential Costa Rica since July 2024.

• Proud member of the National Tour Association (NTA) in the United States.

• TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award Winner.

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